Honored with 2025 AICM Responsible Care® Awards for Leadership in Sustainability and Safety in China

July 2025

In a significant recognition of our commitment to sustainability and safety, Nouryon has been awarded the 2025 Responsible Care® Company Award and the 2025 Responsible Care® and Sustainability Initiative Award by the Association of International Chemical Manufacturers (AICM) in China. These awards highlight Nouryon's dedication to the Responsible Care® principles, active involvement in AICM initiatives, and notable advancements in sustainability across our operations in China.

The AICM Responsible Care® Awards, presented biennially since 2013, celebrate member companies that demonstrate outstanding commitment to the principles of Responsible Care®—a global chemical industry initiative aimed at improving health, safety, and environmental performance while fostering public trust. Nouryon was previously recognized in 2023 with the Responsible Care® Company Award and a Safety Award, highlighting our continued leadership in advancing these principles in China.

“We are proud to be recognized once again by AICM for our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices,” said Sobers Sethi, Senior Vice President of China and Emerging Markets at Nouryon. “These awards reflect our global ambition to lead with purpose—delivering innovative and sustainable solutions while ensuring the safety of our people and the communities where we operate, driving progress towards a more sustainable future.”

2025 Responsible Care® Company Award and 2025 Responsible Care® and Sustainability Initiative Award by AICM

This year, the Sustainability Initiative Award was granted to Nouryon for our substantial contributions to freshwater conservation across our sites in China. In alignment with our corporate sustainability goals, Nouryon's China sites have implemented numerous water-saving projects between 2023 and 2024, achieving our water conservation targets ahead of the 2030 schedule.

At the Tianjin site, production processes were adjusted to minimize water use, new defoaming technologies were deployed, and rainwater was utilized under specific conditions. The Ningbo site enhanced water treatment operations and integrated ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis systems for efficient water recycling and reuse. In Taixing, rainwater was recycled using membrane technology, further contributing to water conservation efforts.

“These initiatives are a testament to the dedication of our local teams and reflect our ongoing commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability,” said Marcus van Tilborg, Vice President of Operations Asia Pacific at Nouryon. “The innovative solutions implemented at our sites in China not only conserve water but also improve our overall environmental footprint, aligning with our long-term global sustainability objectives.”

Gary Gao, Regional HSE&S Manager, Asia receiving the awards

As a signatory of the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) Responsible Care Global Charter, Nouryon remains deeply committed to the principles of Responsible Care®. The company actively participates in AICM programs and maintains transparent engagement with local communities through initiatives such as the Open-to-Public (OTP) program at all its China manufacturing sites. With seven production sites across Greater China, Nouryon continues to lead by example—demonstrating that safety, sustainability, and business success can go hand in hand. More information on Nouryon’s sustainability progress can be found in our 2024 Sustainability Report.

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